In March, we also saw the launch of the Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, a non-profit media organization that focuses on Milwaukee’s central city communities, housed right here in our building. A few of our journalism students have even had the opportunity to contribute professional work to NNS.

Our theatre department explored issues of tolerance and acceptance with their incredible production of “The Laramie Project” earlier this year, and hosted a visit by activist Judy Shepherd, who shared her touching personal story about a hate crime against her son, Matthew.

Looking back, it’s been another busy but productive year in the college. It’s remarkable how fast the time seems to have gone by! We look forward to another year of learning, growing and exploring in 2012.